Local Government Code Quiz

What is one of the key factors for an effective local health system?

What is the primary objective of R.A. 2382 Philippine Medical Act?

What did R.A. 1082 Rural Health Act primarily create?

Who is mandated to propose annual budgetary allocations for operation and maintenance of health facilities in provinces, cities, and municipalities?

What does the effective local health system depend on according to the text?

R.A. 7160 Local Government Code

Aims to transform Local Government Units (LGUs) into self-reliant communities and active partners in achieving national goals through a more responsive and accountable local government structure.
Based on the system of decentralization, where powers, functions, and responsibilities are devolved to local governments in both rural and urban areas.

Devolution of Health Services

Department of Health (DOH) handles tertiary hospitals.
Governor handles district and provincial hospitals.
Mayor handles health centers.

Composition of Local Health Board (LHB)

Provincial Level

Governor as chair.
Provincial Health Officer as vice chairman.
Chairman, Committee on Health of Sangguniang Panlalawigan as member.
DOH representative as member.
NGO representative as member.

City and Municipal Level

Mayor as chair.
Municipal Health Officer (MHO) as vice chair (the highest-ranking doctor in the health center).
Chairman, Committee on Health of Sangguniang Bayan as member.
DOH representative as member.
NGO representative as member (dependent on who is invited as representative).

Test your knowledge of R.A. 7160 Local Government Code which focuses on devolving powers to local governments and transforming them into self-reliant and active partners in national goals. The quiz covers topics such as decentralization of healthcare services and the composition of Local Health Boards.